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Australia is renowned for its natural resources and beauty, and one of its own brands is bringing an idyllic approach to the UK drinks scene. Welcome, Wood Fired Coffee.

New insight suggests most café customers make product decisions within five to 10 seconds – and simpler menus sell more.

George Burrell, senior brand manager at NESCAFÉ Core Coffee, expands on how quality coffee is reshaping the UK’s independent scene. 

Here’s Delice de France’s insight on the biggest bakery trends, as it looks to take advantage with a new spring/summer range. 

Charlie Denton, who works at Costa Coffee’s Wakefield Drive Thru, has been crowned Global Barista of the Year 2026, marking the first time a competitor from the UK & Ireland has taken the top title since 2017.

It is official: the longest tiramisù in the world has been created in London, reaching the extraordinary length of 440.58 metres, surpassing the previous Guinness World Record of 273m and marking a new chapter in the history of international pastry-making.

Foodservice innovation is essential, but operators must ensure menu items are quick, consistent, and profitable amid labour shortages and rising costs.

Café Life was a proud sponsor at the recent Sandwich & Food to Go Industry Awards, presenting two trophies to deserving winners in the Café Retailer category.

With a commitment to the passion of independent operators, Curious Roo is entering a new phase to celebrate specialty coffee, while also embarking on a global charity venture.

Nespresso Professional marks 40 years of coffee mastery with the introduction of Volluto. 

Independent speciality coffee shop The Forum is promising to take customers in the South West on a unique journey. 

Hospitality growth in the UK is being supported by strong performance in the North, with new research from Northern Restaurant & Bar (NRB), in partnership with NIQ powered by CGA, revealing that all five of the country’s fastest-growing hospitality cities are located in the North and Scotland.

Leading, UK packaging company, AM Packaging Corporation has appointed renowned foodservice heavyweight, David Martin, to head its new food packaging division.

Central Foods has once again strengthened its commitment to technical excellence and customer confidence after successfully retaining BRC Global Standard for Agents & Brokers certification (BRCGS) at AA grade.

A free online resource within the Merrychef® website is designed to help café operators expand their menu without adding complexity.